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Cooking on a Boat
Cooking on a Boat
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Cooking on a boat is different from cooking ashore. There are smaller counters, storage spaces, stoves, and refrigerators. The water and power supplies are limited. You may not have a lot of provisions on hand and there's no grocery store around the corner.
 
Learn effective ways to meet the challenges and turn out delicious everyday meals without being a galley slave.

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🎧My Favorite Pancake Mix

Published on April 6, 2024; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Nica Waters

stack of pancakes with butter and syrup

Pancakes make a healthy and hearty breakfast on a boat. Here’s my favorite mix that makes them quick and easy.

🎧Tips for Your Marine Gimbaled Stove

Published on March 15, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

A gimbaled stove can take some getting used to. But every sailing cruiser who likes hot meals will rely on theirs. Here are some pro tips on using yours. And knowing when to not use yours.

Practicing Cruising Skills

Published on February 15, 2024; last updated on August 25, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Practicing cruising skill is worth starting before you throw off the lines. Here are boat skills you can practice now to help you later.

🎧How to Keep Your Recipes Safe on Board Your Boat

Published on July 15, 2022; last updated on September 30, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Don’t put your favorite family recipes as risk on a boat. Here are some ways to keep them safe and close at hand. 

Holiday Meals with Limited Cooking Space

Published on December 22, 2021; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yes, cooking Christmas dinner is different on a boat. But here’s what you need to consider to make it work for you.

🎧 How to Light a Propane Stove

Published on August 27, 2021; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Lighting your propane burners takes a few steps. Here’s what they are and why they make you safer onboard.    

Boat Cooking Is Different

Published on September 14, 2020; last updated on February 3, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

6 ways that cooking on a boat is different than cooking ashore, and effective ways to meet the challenges

🎧 Make Clean-Up Easier – Contain the Mess

Published on June 3, 2020; last updated on April 12, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

A broken container in your food stores is a real hassle. Learn how to contain the mess.   

Reduce What’s In The Refrigerator

Published on May 3, 2020; last updated on July 2, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Three ways to reduce what’s in the refrigerator — essential for living with a small refrigerator, whether in a boat, RV or off the grid.

Living with a Small Refrigerator

Published on February 25, 2020; last updated on October 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Does your boat have a tiny refrigerator? Then you need my best tips for going two weeks or more between grocery trips. It’s easier than you think.

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